FOOT AND ANKLE ASSOCIATES
15100 Los Gatos Blvd, #4 | Los Gatos, CA 95032
P: 408-358-6234 | info@sjfeet.com | www.sjfeet.com
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Prevent foot deformity in children
Foot deformity is a paediatric and orthopaedic foot problem which is most commonly seen in infants and children. The disorder in particular is not genetic but may have resulted from pressures inside the womb. Children and infants generally respond to orthopaedic treatments procedures which consist of manipulation or surgery as the case may be. The type of treatment solely depends on the severity of the problem and its chances of recurrence. According to podiatrists, manipulation alone rarely brings about true permanent correction to a severe deformity and parents who are insistent on corrective exercises could allow the deformity to worsen or put the child at risk for bone dislocations. Common foot deformities seen in children include valgus foot, club foot, macrodactyly and ectromelia. Parents alone cannot decide the degree and permanence of correction to constitute a successful outcome of the problem. They should visit a podiatric clinic for proper diagnosis and treatment for their child.
The foot doctors from Foot and Ankle Associates are uniquely trained to treat all foot and ankle disorders. They will examine the overall form and function of your child’s foot and may prescribe special orthotic shoes, braces or splints to prevent the foot from turning in or out and also aid in proper growth. Parents may not be sure about the type of shoes they buy for their child and may have trouble determining the overall problem affecting mobility and foot function. These healthcare professionals will educate you in treating and preventing a wide spectrum of foot ailments in your child. Call 408-358-6234 for an initial consult orend_of_the_skype_highlighting visit their corporate website www.sjfeet.com for more information on other services provided.
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